by our College Data Analytics TeamRealizing the many expenses related to going to college can allow you to make the right college decision. The costs of housing, food, and supplies can add up fast!
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The table below will show you the expected expenses of both on-campus and off-campus housing and food plans for Transylvania University.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $12,200 | $12,200 |
| — Housing | $6,400 | |
| — Meals | $4,850 | |
| Other Living Expenses | $2,350 | $2,350 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Total | $15,550 | $15,550 |
There was an average 4.1% cost adjustment each year over the past five years in Transylvania housing and dining costs, compared to a nationwide average change of 2.4%. Incoming freshmen in 2022 should expect to be charged an average of $16,161 for housing and dining expenses according to existing movements. Those students will likely wind up having to pay somewhere around $16,799 for their second year, and $18,156 for their 4th year.
Four-year students will end up having to pay a total of approximately $68,582 in housing and dining expenses by the time they graduate, while students obtaining their associate degree might pay a total of about $32,961.
* estimated
Are you wondering whether you may be required to live on campus? If you are a first-time full-time student, some schools may require it. See the table below to find out whether Transylvania does or not, as well as the on-campus housing capacity.
Schools may offer meal plans where the number of meals per week can vary, for example, the student receives a meal card and charges meals against the card. Then there are schools like Transylvania that offer meal plans based on the number of meals per week. See the table below to find out the number of meals per week in the maximum meal plan offered at Transylvania.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Are Freshmen Required to Live on Campus? | No |
| On-Campus Housing Capacity | 667 |
| Meals Per Week Included in Max Meal Plan | 19 |
Students who live on campus at Transylvania University pay a total of $15,550 for room and board. This amount is close to the national average of $15,282.
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